Who launched Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan scheme on 10 October 2019?

Who launched Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan scheme on 10 October 2019? Correct Answer Dr. Harsh Vardhan

The correct answer is Dr. Harsh Vardhan.

Key Points

  • Harsh Vardhan launched the Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan scheme (SUMAN) along with other state health ministers on October 10, 2019, during the 13th Conference of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare in New Delhi.
  • The scheme will largely help in bringing down maternal and infant mortality rates in the country.
  • Under the scheme, the beneficiaries visiting public health facilities are entitled to several free services.
  • These include at least four antenatal check-ups that also includes one checkup during the 1st trimester, at least one checkup under Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan, Iron Folic Acid supplementation, Tetanus Diptheria injection, and other components of comprehensive ANC package, AA, and six home-based newborn care visits.

Additional Information

  • Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India
  • Amit Shah: Minister of Home Affairs
  • Smriti Irani: Minister of women and child development

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